José Fermín
Breakdown
Performance
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August 19, 2026
Losing out on playing time
Fermin is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Reds.
Analysis
On the bench for the fourth time in six games, Fermin might be moving back into more of a utility role after he had previously been seeing steadier playing time between third base and the outfield. However, with outfield prospect Joshua Baez handling an everyday role since getting the call to the big leagues last weekend and with rookie Blaze Jordan beginning to regain traction at the hot corner, Fermin's primary avenues to playing time have been closed off.
August 17, 2026
Out of lineup for second game
Fermin is not in the lineup for the second game of Monday's doubleheader in Cincinnati.
Analysis
After going 0-for-3 at the plate in the first game, Fermin will begin the nightcap on the bench. Blaze Jordan will settle in at third base for the Cardinals.
August 16, 2026
Riding bench Sunday
Fermin is out of the lineup for Sunday's matchup with the Cubs.
Analysis
Fermin will end up sitting for a second straight day after he started in each of the previous six contests while going 5-for-15 with a 6:2 BB:K, a double, three stolen bases, three RBI and one run over that stretch. Though the arrival of top prospect Joshua Baez from Triple-A Memphis will likely limit his opportunities in left field moving forward, Fermin could still have a path to playing time at third base, where he'll jockey with Blaze Jordan for starts.
